Job Title: Utility Operator This position plays a vital role in overall plant operations, providing support in equipment operation, clay handling, shipping, and screener room maintenance. Key Responsibilities: • Safely operate material handling equipment: Loader, skid steer, and forklift. • Clean slurry filters, nozzles, fluidizer walls, etc., to maintain product quality, production rate, and generally clean work areas. • Actively inspect all areas of plant facility for safety and regulatory concerns/compliance • Responsible for plant clean-up, bagging, and shipping of finished product. • Assist with plant production processes to optimize plant efficiency • Perform other related tasks when necessary Working Conditions: • Bending, lifting, climbing, pushing, pulling, kneeling, sitting stand, walk, kneel, stoop, squat, pull, push, climb, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, and see and standing (occasionally) for long periods of time. • The essential duties of this position require moderate to heavy lifting and carrying. • Prolonged periods of sitting on a forklift or other warehouse equipment. • Exposure to moderate noise levels, vibrations, and bright lights; and exposure to dust, fumes, and gases; and all climate types including hot and cold temperatures, humidity, rain, snow, etc.
See More Details >>Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward. Smurfit Westrock Cottonton Sawmill is seeking to fill a current open position as a Maintenance Mechanic with a self-motivated, conscientious team player who has a positive attitude. Competitive hourly wages depending on experience and education. Opportunities to advance and grow in the company! Also, we have a competitive benefits package to include : • Medical, Dental, Vision, and wellness program • 401k /Pension plans • Short-term disability • Personal holidays (2) and 9 Company Holiday • Yearly Wage increases • Vacation Accrual after 1 year Please see following minimum requirements for this position: • High School Diploma or GED • 3-5 years Industrial experience as Multi-craft Journeyman or 2-4 years Formal Education Certificate/Diploma (Tech School , approved apprentice program) • Ability to work safely • Ability to interpret mechanical drawings • Rebuild, repair, and installation of rotating equipment • Ability to run a lathe and milling machine a plus • Weld in all positions (TIG & Stick) • Ability to use an oxygen/acetylene torch • Hydraulic system knowledge and troubleshooting a plus • Trouble Shoot equipment to define problem • Ability and desire to learn and grow maintenance skills • Available to work overtime and 3rd shift • Pass written testing requirements Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.
See More Details >>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • New Product Quality Conformance o Supports quality in new product processes by serving as member and/or resource on development teams. o Writes, executes and reports test plans based upon scientific methods to support the new product process and on-going testing. • Ongoing Quality Conformance o Provides receiving-inspection technical support and writing/reviewing receiving-inspection procedures. o Leads the material review board (MRB) and implements corrective actions internally and externally with suppliers. o Supports and or provides input for published monthly performance reports as well as identify areas for improvement. o Support engineering solutions to quality assurance. o Plans, controls and ensures process and product quality in accordance with quality principles, which include planning processes, material control, acceptance sampling, and measurement systems. • FEMA (Failure Mode Effects Analysis) o Understand issues through progression. o Testing and supplier interaction. o Internal CAR if needed for understanding of diagnosed issue. o Lead FEMA projects. • Environmental o Provides support in our efforts to continually make products greener by supporting our Environmental initiatives. • Vendor/supplier interaction o Plans, conducts and report audits of suppliers. o Interfaces with suppliers concerning quality issues and represent Johnson Outdoors’ interests. o Evaluates defective parts returned from the field. o Ensures compliance to all company quality policies. SUPERVISORY/MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES • None EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Education: Engineering Degree, Mechanical or Electrical Degree Experience: Typically requires 2 or more years of experience in quality engineering within a similar industry. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES • Ability to influence decision-making and build critical relationships in a manufacturing organization. • Strong business and financial acumen and possess a good working knowledge and understanding of business operations. • Demonstrated leadership skills and abilities. Ability to effectively manage a group of people across shifts and work under deadlines while maintaining positive employee relations. • Fundamental understanding of: quality philosophies, methods, tools, standards, organizational and team dynamics, customer expectations and satisfaction, supplier’s relations and performance, interpersonal relationships, and professional ethics. • Understanding of quality systems and their development, documentation and implementation with respect to domestic and international standards or requirements. • Thorough understanding of problem-solving and quality improvement tools and techniques. This includes knowledge of management and planning tools, quality tools, preventative and corrective actions, and how to overcome barriers to quality improvements. • Ability to work across departmental lines within the organization. • Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively develop and communicate quality policies, initiatives and problem solve. Ability to communicate effectively across departmental lines and externally as needed. • Proficient in MS Word, Excel spreadsheets and Power Point. • Ability to travel (Amount of time required varies by location). Experience Preferred • Typically requires 2 or more years of experience in quality engineering within a similar industry. Education Preferred • Bachelors or better in Mathematics or related field Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Eufaula, AL, typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about three to four years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 54 mechanical trade professionals in Eufaula, with an average weekly wage of $441. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring mechanical trade workers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $85,000 annually for experienced professionals.
